Stadler has presented its new cutting-edge 4-axle Euro DuFour locomotive portfolio at the Transport Logistic Fair in Munich. Stadler says that the locomotive is the “most modern on the market, meeting the latest European TSI and ready for the installation of DAC and the new radio system FRMCS.” The new and modern locomotives include conventional automatic train protection systems and ETCS to ensure smooth cross-border operations. The initial configuration with Switzerland, Germany, and Austria can be extended to other countries in the future.
The Euro DuFour locomotive is available in a hybrid version with traction batteries, allowing it to travel on non-electrified lines with zero emissions.
These interoperable and multisystem Bo’Bo’ locomotives will be acquired by SBB Cargo under a framework agreement signed with Stadler in September 2024 which included the supply of up to 129 units with a firm order for 36 vehicles. According to the contract, the first locomotives will be delivered gradually from 2027 until 2035.
These 25 kVAC/ 15 kVAC / 3 kV DC locomotives will replace SBB Cargo’s in-age-coming four-axle Re420 locomotives.
The Euro DuFour locomotive is exceptionally lightweight and boasts 7 MW power, making it the most powerful in its category. It’s designed to operate seamlessly on all types of C2/C3/C4 lines while minimising track access costs.
The new locomotive is the evolution of the EuroLight, EuroDual and Euro9000 families designed for freight and passenger service in Europe.
Their flexible design allows to include two 500 kW diesel engines or two traction battery modules providing up to 2MW power for last mile operations in non-electrified tracks. They are equipped with a Radio Remote Control System for operation on track works or shunting operations on yards.
The locomotives are provided with two driving cabs designed according to the most demanding ergonomic criteria and fully comply with the comfort and noise requirements of the latest European standards. The cabs which include an HVAC system, ensure the maximum driver comfort in the operating environment. Each cab is equipped with two rear-view cameras and two side control panels to facilitate shunting operations.
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